It was with sadness that I hear of the passing of Irene Adams. I offer my condolences to her family.
I was a student of Irene's at St Elizabeth School in the 1960's. Irene was always encouraging and supportive of her classes and a wonderful Principal. Her dedication to teaching resulted in the success of many of her pupils.
As an altar boy, I would serve at the 7am weekday Mass. Irene was always in the front pew before school.. I had to be on my toes and ensure that I carried out my duties accurately or else I would hear about it from Irene afterwards.
Rest in Peace Irene
Mike Dymarski
Irene was my Principal when I was appointed to Vice-Principal at St Roch School. She was an exceptional educator who taught me so much.
She became a family friend . We saw her at least twice a year , the highlight was our family visit at Christmas.
My children and I were proud that she participated in my wife's , Angela, funeral.
So many good memories.
Our most heart felt condolences to Irene's family at the loss of such a wonderful woman. We got to know Irene through our daughter and son in law in her more advanced years. We were struck by her faith, kindness, intelligence, and her charity. Our encounters with Irene were not frequent, yet she always left us impressed by the care she had for others, and the love and devotion she had for her family. She lived an extraordinary life, and we wish we had met her sooner. We expect that a conversation with Irene in her prime would have been one to hold on too..... We do not often see that much class in a person, so we hold on to it when we do........Rest in peace Irene
Irene was a force to be reckoned with and a great educator. She will be missed.
We will miss this great lady who contributed so much to Catholic education. Rest In Peace, Irene.